The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has been called to probe two interconnected events in Douglasville: the killing of 56-year-old Sabrina Walker and a subsequent shooting involving a police officer. The Douglasville Police Department asked for the GBI's expertise following the incidents on Littlebrook Way.
Officials report that at approximately 9:27 p.m. on October 4, police replied to a 911 call about a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, they found Sabrina Walker lifeless in the yard and her husband, 51-year-old Volanta Lejuan Walker, standing nearby with a handgun. According to a GBI release, despite officers' directives, Volanta refused to drop his weapon and brandished it at the officers, leading to him being shot by an on-scene officer.
Rendered aid at the scene, Volanta was transported to a nearby hospital for his injuries. No officers were harmed during the incident. The GBI's preliminary investigation suggests the Walkers had an argument within their residence, which escalated to Volanta chasing his wife outdoors and shooting her.
No further details were provided about the immediate condition of Volanta Lejuan Walker following the shooting. The GBI has stated that an autopsy will be performed on Sabrina Walker's body, and findings from the officer-involved shooting case, alongside the homicide investigation, will be delivered to the Douglas County District Attorney's Office. This transfer of information will occur after the GBI completes its investigations for a thorough review, and, potential prosecution.
